Hi everyone,
first-time post though i've been lurking for a long time..

I've decided to go ahead with my big adventure, and am in need of advice.
I haven't been to South-America yet, so preparing to work somewhere in SA is a bit like walking in the dark. What kind of country would I prefer?
I liked Guatemala a lot for instance, friendly people, beautiful scenery and a bit of danger sometimes
I hope Peru will turn out similarly in those aspects (could do without the danger though!) I'm still on the fence as to which city I'd like to work in.
I'd like a fairly big city (but not a capital), loads of young people, students.. laidback atmosphere, decent nightlife & warm climate.
From what I've heard, I think Arequipa would suit me well, but of course I can't be sure. What's the vibe in this city like?

I've heard of Prescott in Arequipa and would like to know what my chances are of securing a job there. My credentials:

I'm a certified English teacher: BA in English Teaching at University of Rotterdam, Netherlands. So I'm not a native speaker but have native/near-native level of speaking and pronunciation (RP). I have 3.5 years of experience teaching English to pupils of 12-18. I've also taught a lot of private classes. I'm 29 years old (30 by then ) and available for at least a year.

Does Prescott require long-term commitments?
What do they pay? Will they arrange a visa?
I'd be arriving in either December or January to arrange a job, then go off to travel a few months and be back in time for the start of first term in March. What day in March does the first term usually start?
Which is more convenient for landing a job; arriving in Dec or Jan?
Do they hire overseas?

Ok, Prescott is THE school in Arequipa. You'll need to commit at least a year, possibly two. You'll need at least a BA, probably a teaching license.

It's very nice in Arequipa, high in the mountains at the base of a volcano. Breezy and sunny.

Have you taught in schools?

You might as well apply. The only thing that could go against you would be not being a native speaker.

Pay is probably between 900 and 2000 usd a month. They'll get a visa. You'll get flights, partial health insurance, maybe taxes paid, about 15 salaries a year. School starts the first Monday of march. they should hire overseas, check with intl recruiting fairs. If not, try emailing or calling them. if you'll be here in Jan, then try knocking on their door.